16 - K. BEICHLING (*1803), A Memorial Column in a Cemetery, 1839, Watercolor

K. BEICHLING (*1803), A Memorial Column in a Cemetery, 1839, Watercolor Karl Heinrich Beichling (1803 Dresden – 1876 Tilsit): A Memorial Column in a Cemetery, 1839, Watercolor Technique: Watercolor on paper Inscription: Signed lower center: "C Beichling." Dated lower center: "1839." Date: 1839 Description: Detailed depiction of a wayside shrine with figurative relief. The octagonal miniature structure features scenes from the Passion of Christ skillfully carved into the stone. Keywords: wayside shrine, holy shrine, small monument, martyrdom, Jesus Christ, cemetery, Memento Mori, 19th century, Biedermeier, Religious, Austria, Size: Paper: 17.6 cm x 15.9 cm (6.9 x 6.3 in) Condition: Good condition. Small stains in places. The right-hand corners of the sheet are slightly creased.